Course Description
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This award will lead to an accredited award in Basic Health and Safety Awareness at construction and building sites. The candidate will cover the introductory basics for Health and Safety in construction and building as part of the minimum requirements as published by the Subsidiary Legislation 424.36 of which may also be published and listed in the National Occupational Standards and OHSA. The intention of this application is to be in line with the training requirements for candidate/s who wishes to acquire the minimum basic knowledge, skills and competence in Basic Health and Safety awareness in construction and building sites at MQF Level 1. Upon completion, you will be able to apply for the Safety Card which will become mandatory as from Jan 2024. |
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course programme learners will be able to:
- Define the basic role and responsibilities under the health and safety act.
- Understand the importance of using protective clothing at the place of work
- Describe the importance of Health and Safety Warning Signs and Notices
- Understand the importance of collaborating with colleagues and superiors at the workplace.
- Be aware of basic common hazards at the place of work which may include (dangerous substances, explosive materials, inflammable substances, cause of fires, electrical hazards
- Be Aware of the hazards and dangers associated with the use of handheld tools, power operated tools and other equipment.
- Define basic emergency procedures at the place or work including emergency telephone numbers.
- Define the dangers and hazards when working at heights, on scaffoldings and in confined spaces
- Understand the importance of maintaining tools and equipment in good state and repair.
Target Candidates
This course is intended for individuals seeking a vocational career in the building and construction sector operations of which may include small, medium and large building and other construction sites.
| Course Code | Duration | Credit Value | Next Intake | FT/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LW/C/001 | 2 days | 2 ECTS | March 2024 | PT |
| Contact Hours | Placement Hours | Self Study Hours | Assessment Hours | Total Learning Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 2 | 35 | 3 | 50 |
Mode of Training
This Award is delivered through a series of interactive teaching sessions with an emphasis on case scenarios Work examples will be discussed throughout the course.
Assessment
The assessment for this course shall be held under invigilating conditions which includes mainly multiple-choice, case scenarios using hazard identifications and true or false questions. A re-sit will be provided to the candidates who fail their assessment within a week so the candidate would have enough ample time to re-study before taking the second and final assessment.
Awarding Body
Learning Works
Lecturers
Course Structure
Module 1: Basics of Health and Safety Awareness for the Building and Construction Sector - Part 1 (1 ECTS)
This study unit covers the minimum basic knowledge in Occupational Health and Safety procedures of safe working practices to prevent hazards to self which includes own personal responsibilities as required by OHSA and National Occupational Standards. This unit shall cover the importance of wearing protective gear and clothing, understanding important signs and notices including emergency safety procedures and whom to contact in the case of emergency.
Module 2: Basics of Health and Safety Awareness for the Building and Construction Sector - Part 2 (1 ECTS)
This module covers the hazards of dangerous substances, storage and use of dangerous chemicals. It will also cover the hazards associated with handheld power tools and the dangers and hazards working at heights.